ArtbooksAcland Coal Mine Museum
Address
Postal Address
Opening Hours
By appointment - ring Rosalie Shire Council during office hours on 07 4696 7900Admission
By donation
About
Acland was the last underground coal mine on the Darling Downs of Queensland and the last in Australia to work under these conditions, the only one to be intact from a working colliery. Guided tours show how and why items were used, the history and make-up of coal.
Collections
Eight buildings and associated machinery. All items used by coal miners at the Acland Colliery (1913-1984). Hand Borers used 1913 to 1956 - Coal Cutter, Loader, Loco's, Crusher, Winch and drum used 1956 to 1984. Coal mining lights from Tallow to modern electric, Gas Testing - Safety Lamp, Drager, Anemometer, Sling Hygrometer, Books etc.
Facilities
Limited wheelchair access to Pitthead, Guided Tours by appointment.
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